Addiction Counselor's Desk Reference

Name: Addiction Counselor's Desk Reference
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ISBN: 9780471432456

ISBN-10: 0471432458

ISBN-13: 9780471432456

Edition: 2005

Authors: Robert Holman Coombs, William A. Howatt

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The Addiction Counselor's Desk Reference is a comprehensive compilation of information about the full spectrum of addictive disorders, their consequences, and treatment. This unique text includes detailed definitions and practical illustrations of addiction-related terminology, addictive disorders and behaviors, descriptions of treatment models and techniques, as well as lists of relevant websites, government resources, and treatment centers. Addiction professionals will find this information-packed guide to be an invaluable practice tool. The most up-to-date resource of its kind Contains detailed definitions, practical illustrations, relevant websites, government resources, and…

Book details

List price: $82.95
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 2/1/2005
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 432
Size: 6.20" wide x 9.20" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.562
Language: English

Robert Holman Coombs was Professor of Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles.



Preface


Acknowledgments



Abused Substances and Their Effects


Abused Drugs


Control Schedules for Abused Drugs



Conceptual Tools


Definitions of Addiction


Characteristics of Addiction


Types of Addictive Disorders


Drug-Use Stages


Levels of Drug Use


Stages of Behavioral Change


Prevention Types and Principles



Treatment Planning and Assessment Resources


Treatment Planning


Assessment Resources


Dual Diagnoses: Psychiatric Illness with Addiction



Clinical Skills and Resources


Clinical Models


Counseling Techniques


Clinical Microskills


Client Homework Exercises


Client Health and Stress Management



Treatment Resources


Addiction Recovery Tools


Addiction Recovery Programs


Harm Reduction Programs



Professional Management


Record Keeping


Crisis Management


Difficult Clients


Legal and Ethical Responsibilities



Career Enhancement Resources


Educational Resources


Business Plan


Wellness Plan


Malpractice Insurance



Information Resources


National and International Organizations


Grant-Funding Resources


Publishing Resources


Drug Policy Advocates


Glossary


References


Author Index


Subject Index